Store Logistics Manager #387 - North Canton, OH

About the role

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We're a passionate, purpose-driven team that's as committed to each other as we are to our customers. We've spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member's journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun. Here, you won't just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you'll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can't lose!

As a Logistics Manager, you will drive the day‑to‑day operational rhythm of the store, ensuring every process behind the scenes supports a seamless customer experience. You will lead logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations with a sharp focus on inventory flow, accuracy, safety, and execution excellence. Through thoughtful planning and strong follow‑through, you will help translate corporate strategy into consistent, in‑store results. In this role, you will analyze operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions that elevate productivity and efficiency. You will balance workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll while holding teams accountable to established standards. Your leadership will directly influence store performance, profitability, and the overall experience for both customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Drive day‑to‑day operational rhythm of the store, ensuring processes support a seamless customer experience
• Lead logistics, merchandising, and receiving operations with focus on inventory flow, accuracy, safety, and execution excellence
• Translate corporate strategy into consistent, in‑store results through thoughtful planning and strong follow‑through
• Analyze operational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions to elevate productivity and efficiency
• Balance workforce planning, scheduling, training, and payroll while holding teams accountable to established standards
• Directly influence store performance, profitability, and overall experience for customers and team members

Team and collaboration

You will partner closely with the Store Director and fellow store leaders to align operational priorities with business goals. On a daily basis, you will coach and support Team Leads and Team Members across Logistics, Merchandising, and Receiving, creating clarity, accountability, and momentum. You will also collaborate with district and regional partners during store walks, audits, and operational reviews, translating feedback into actionable improvement plans. Strong communication and collaboration will be essential as you support a culture of trust, performance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant leadership or management experience required
• Demonstrated success leading departments of up to 40 team members while driving operational excellence and achieving sales targets
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to develop people
• Solid business acumen with the ability to interpret operational and financial data
• Effective verbal and written